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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guests are Frank Casagrande, Senior Consultant, & Dr. David Bauer, Director, Casa Grande Institute for Higher Education Effectiveness

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How did Frank Casagrande donate his consulting firm to Viterbo University?
• What unique credibility comes from a higher ed consultancy embedded within a university?
• Why do faculty compensation perspectives differ across institution types?
• How does the "margin for mission" approach benefit students at Viterbo?
• What new services is the Institute developing beyond executive & faculty compensation?

Topics include:

• Understanding compensation structures across higher education
• Navigating faculty perceptions of fair compensation
• Creating appropriate benchmark groups for compensation analysis
• Exploring academic program mix analysis for institutional effectiveness
• Building transparency in compensation decision-making
• Expanding into grant evaluation & servant leadership development

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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Matt Foran, Founder & CEO, KnowMeQ

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Jodi Blinco

• How can AI tools transform credit for prior learning in higher education?
• Why is knowing oneself the most important "Q" for career success?
• How does simplifying prior learning assessment increase student enrollment?
• What role can AI play in creating equitable educational pathways?
• Why must institutions improve accessibility for non-traditional students & veterans?

Topics include:

• AI-powered credit assessment solutions
• Removing barriers for adult learners
• Creating educational pathways for military veterans
• Transforming resource-intensive processes into revenue generators
• Supporting lifelong learning through employer partnerships

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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Mike Larsen, CEO, Studiosity

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• What is AI for learning versus AI for productivity?
• How is Studiosity providing learning-focused AI solutions globally?
• How can institutions implement AI that enhances critical thinking rather than replacing it?
• What challenges do students face with academic integrity & AI usage?
• How is Studiosity expanding with new operations in Salt Lake City?

Topics include:

• Creating AI that provides formative feedback rather than corrections
• Demonstrating a 4.4X ROI on student retention & satisfaction
• Helping students develop agency & critical thinking skills
• Addressing faculty concerns about AI adoption
• Taking an LLM-agnostic approach to future-proof solutions
• Encouraging students to rediscover the love of learning

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In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,

YOUR guest is Dr. Elizabeth Skomp, Provost & Vice President of Academic Affairs, Stetson University

YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs

YOUR host is Elvin Freytes

• How does Dr. Skomp define academic integrity & its student-led honor system at Stetson? 
• What strategies does Stetson use with their honor pledge & code? 
• How does Stetson integrate AI tools ethically with their 3 syllabus templates? 
• What approach does faculty take when considering AI in course design? 
• Why does the university focus on "learning opportunities" rather than punitive measures? 

Topics include:

• Creating a student-led, faculty-advised honor system 
• The importance of faculty modeling academic integrity 
• Developing flexible AI policies that preserve academic freedom 
• Using AI disclosure as a trust-building approach 
• Faculty development for AI-adapted teaching methods 
• The "Hatter Ready" initiative connecting experiential learning & academic integrity 

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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Brady Colby, Head of Market Research, Validated Insights

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How are trade schools reaching the "hockey stick" growth phase?
• Why do trade schools now have higher favorability than Ivy League institutions?
• How are revenues growing at 11.1% while enrollment rises 4.9%?
• What differentiates public & proprietary trade school performance?
• Why aren't traditional institutions seeing the same growth with similar programs?

Topics include:

• Defining trade schools in the higher education landscape
• Analyzing the 60% enrollment in non-degree programs
• Examining growth areas in healthcare, green energy maintenance & cosmetology
• Understanding the projected 6.6% annual growth through 2030
• Exploring whether trade schools "cannibalize" traditional enrollment

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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Dr. Anne Clancy, National Executive, Higher Education Strategy, T-Mobile

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How is T-Mobile helping close the digital divide in higher education?
• What makes ubiquitous connectivity essential for today's students?
• How can universities justify the investment in technology infrastructure?
• Why did one college see a 5% increase in retention with T-Mobile's solution?
• How is campus Wi-Fi no longer sufficient for modern learning needs?

Topics include:

• Digital equity & student success
• Campus infrastructure enhancement
• Technology as a learning resource
• Mobile-first connectivity solutions
• Innovative partnership models

For #EdUp Subscribers only via the extended conversation:

• Transitioning from higher ed to tech industry
• The future of credentialing & micro-credentials
• Challenges of institutional digital transformation
• Decision-making processes in tech investments
• Adapting to changing student technology needs

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In this episode, President Series #363,  (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Dr. David K. Wilson, President, Morgan State University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How did Morgan State grow from 7,200 to 11,000 students?
• What drives infrastructure & capital investment of $2 billion?
• How does the "7-point leadership model" transform institutions?
• Why is board & political relationship management critical?
• What makes Morgan State's research impact so efficient?

Topics include:

• Leading HBCU enrollment growth
• Infrastructure & facility expansion
• Sustainable transformation model
• Board & political relationships
• Research & economic impact
• The story behind the "K" in David K. Wilson

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In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by Pangram Labs,

YOUR guest is Jake Kasper, Assistant Director, Office of Student Support & Accountability, Student Life & Engagement, Michigan State University

YOUR cohost is Bradley Emi, Cofounder & CTO, Pangram Labs

YOUR host is Elvin Freytes

• How does Kasper define academic integrity & its philosophy at Michigan State University?
• What process does MSU use to ensure students have due process when academic dishonesty is reported?
• How does Michigan State University approach AI tools & academic misconduct?
• What approach does faculty take when academic misconduct is suspected?
• Why does MSU focus on "restorative justice" rather than punishing students?

Topics include:

• Managing academic integrity for 40,000 undergraduate students
• Creating clear guidelines for appropriate tool use across different colleges
• Providing due process through formal reporting & intervention courses
• Using preponderance of evidence rather than "beyond reasonable doubt" standard
• Giving students opportunity to expunge first-time violations from their record
• The future of AI as a tool to enhance human intelligence while maintaining integrity

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In this episode, President Series #362,  (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, President, Friends University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How is Friends University serving as a talent importer for Wichita?
• What drives program development in response to industry needs?
• How can universities maintain financial sustainability?
• What role does institutional focus play in turnaround success?
• How is the Christian mission shaping student recruitment?

Topics include:

• Leading market-driven program development
• Creating cybersecurity & engineering pathways through business partnerships
• Meeting adult learners where they are with Friends Flex
• Balancing innovation with financial stability
• Developing a can-do culture for institutional growth
• Adapting to demographic challenges & competition

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• Building & maintaining institutional culture
• Leading through challenging times with optimism
• Managing team dynamics & expectations
• Creating sustainable growth strategies
• The future of higher education

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In this episode, recorded LIVE from Ellucian LIVE 2025 in Orlando, Florida,

YOUR guests are Dr. John O'Brien, President, & Dr. Jenay Robert, Senior Researcher, EDUCAUSE

YOU cohost is Dr. Chris Moloney⁠, Principal Strategic Specialist, ⁠Ellucian

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• How is EDUCAUSE serving as a trusted advisor for higher education technology?
• What does the 2025 AI landscape study reveal about institutional preparedness?
• Why is digital transformation becoming increasingly critical in higher education?
• How can institutions assess their AI readiness & implementation?
• What makes the EDUCAUSE conference unique among higher education events?

Topics include:

• Research insights on AI adoption in higher education
• Cybersecurity & privacy concerns in the AI era
• Creating effective technology transformation roadmaps
• The importance of stakeholder inclusion in technology decisions
• Balancing enthusiasm & caution in emerging technology implementation

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